Which of these statements regarding the U.S. invasion of Afghanistan most closely fits within the psychological framework of the situation?
a. The Taliban were a moral stain on the world that needed to be eliminated.
b. The extremism of the Taliban made their regime an imminent threat to every other nation in the region.
c. The Afghanistan War was a natural reaction to the Taliban's role in the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
d. If the Afghani military were a more even match for the U.S. military, there never would have been an Afghanistan War.
Correct Answer: c
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Which statement explains why public opinion is an important consideration for both democratic and authoritarian governments?
a. Public opinion provides leaders with smart policy ideas. b. Manipulating public opinion is necessary to maintain social control. c. Every society needs to have uniformity of public opinion to remain strong. d. Strong public dissent can lead to an electoral defeat or the collapse of the regime.
The powers of the president include all of the following EXCEPT the power to
a. determine whether laws conform to Islamic law. b. sign international treaties. c. chair the National Security Council. d. draw up the annual budget. e. propose legislation to the Majles.